Mossy
Author: Jan Brett
Illustrator: Jan Brett
Publisher: G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers
Recommended Age Range: 3 to 7
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Mossy is a captivating story about a turtle that grows a garden on its shell. In addition to the beautiful pictures that accompany the text, the book tells a story of friendship and loss; sacrifice and belonging. After sharing this story with children, I often hear about turtles they have “met;” why they like them (apparently, turtles are pretty likeable); and why they would want one as a pet (not all, but quite a few). ☺
The Town of Turtle
Author: Michelle Cuevas
Illustrator: Catia Chien
Publisher: HMH Books for Young Readers
Recommended Age Range: 4 to 7
